Hamas ‘doesn’t want a deal’: Netanyahu
Israel is considering military action to rescue the remaining hostages in Gaza, according to reports in Israeli media.
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Trump aide accuses India of financing Russia’s war
Days after enforcing a 25 per cent tariff on exports from India, a top Trump aide has accused it of funding the war in Ukraine by buying oil from Russia.
‘Perilous’: largest-ever Gaza protest packs bridge
A slew of famous faces including Julian Assange, Bob Carr, Anthony Mundine and Craig Foster joined 90,000 in a march for Gaza across the Sydney Harbour Bridge.
More hunger deaths in Gaza as fuel trucks reach border
Fuel bound for Gaza has reportedly arrived in Egypt as Israel eases access for food aid to the enclave, but the UN warns far more deliveries are needed.
Bangkok protests demand resignation of suspended PM
Protesters have rallied in Bangkok to demand the resignation of court-suspended prime minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra.
Ukraine drone attack sparks fire at oil depot in Russia
An oil depot in the Russian city of Sochi is ablaze after a Ukrainian drone attack, which temporarily halted flights at Sochi's airport.
US envoy visits Gaza aid operation the UN calls unsafe
As the war in Gaza rages on, the US special envoy to the Middle East has visited a site run by the US and Israel-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation.
Trump sends nuclear subs in response to Russian threats
US President Donald Trump has ordered nuclear subs into action in response to "foolish and inflammatory" threats from former Russian president Dmitry Medvedev.
‘Massive disruption’: Harbour Bridge rally to go ahead
Protesters are being urged to be respectful and sensible during a planned peaceful pro-Palestine rally across Sydney's Harbour Bridge .
US envoy visits Gaza aid site amid humanitarian crisis
US envoy Steve Witkoff has toured one of Gaza's aid distribution sites, which have become deadly flashpoints for starving Palestinians scrambling for food.
Kyiv mourns after a Russian attack that killed dozens
Ukraine's capital is observing a day of mourning after a Russian drone and missile barrage killed 31 people including five children.
Trump envoy meets Netanyahu for Gaza ceasefire push
Donald Trump's special envoy to the Middle East has met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, as the US president demands all hostages be released.
Trump wants deal to end Ukraine war in a week
US President Donald Trump has told the UN both Russia and Ukraine must negotiate a ceasefire and durable peace within a week.
Decision left up in the air over pro-Palestine march
A Supreme Court judge has decided to hold off on a decision that could allow police to step in to stop a pro-Palestine march across the Harbour Bridge.
Seven dead and dozens hurt in Russian attack on Kyiv
A child is among the seven people killed in a massive drone and missile attack on Ukraine's capital, as Russia ramps up its air campaign despite a US deadline.
Point of starvation spurs statehood push for Palestine
Australia recognising Palestinian statehood is only a matter of time, the treasurer says, as an expert warns starvation has reached a tipping point in Gaza.
Trump envoy goes to Israel for Gaza aid, ceasefire push
Deadlocked ceasefire talks and a humanitarian crisis in Gaza await US special envoy Steve Witkoff when he arrives in Israel on a salvage mission.
Russia has developed immunity to sanctions: Kremlin
Russian officials have reacted to US threats to impose more sanctions by saying the country's economy is used to operating under major restrictions.
Dozens die in Israeli fire as war in Gaza drags on
More than 40 Palestinians have died in Israeli strike and gunfire in Gaza, as the UK adds pressure for a ceasefire by opening the door to a Palestinian state.
PM firm on Palestinian statehood as pressure mounts
Australia won't follow France and the United Kingdom in pushing for Palestinian statehood to pressure Israel into abiding by a two-state solution.
Russia quiet on US decision to cut ceasefire deadline
A Kremlin spokesman says he will not comment after US President Donald Trump shortened a deadline for Russia to agree to a ceasefire in Ukraine.
UK could recognise Palestinian state in September: PM
Prime Minister Keir Starmer says the United Kingdom will recognise a Palestinian state in September unless Israel agrees to a ceasefire.
Over 60,000 Palestinians died in Gaza war: ministry
More than 60,000 Palestinians have been killed in the 21-month Israel-Hamas war, Gaza's health ministry says, with deal to end the conflict in sight.
Police seek to block Palestine march on Harbour Bridge
Police will seek a court order making it unlawful for activists to march across the Sydney Harbour Bridge in support of Palestinians in Gaza.
Russian strikes as Kremlin defiant over Trump threats
Russia continues its strikes on Ukraine, killing inmates at a prison in its latest barrage as it pushes back against threats from US President Donald Trump.
Thailand-Cambodia truce holds as villagers return home
Calm is returning to the Thailand-Cambodia border and people are going home after fleeing days of fighting as both sides abide by a ceasefire.
PM blasts Gaza hunger denial as Liberals sidestep
Israel's denial of starvation occurring in Gaza as it throttles food and medical supplies has been criticised by the PM, who says it's "beyond comprehension".
Thailand, Cambodia agree to truce after five-day battle
Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to an unconditional ceasefire to end border clashes that have killed at least 38 people, mostly civilians.
Trump brings forward deadline for Russia on Ukraine war
US President Donald Trump says he is reducing a 50-day deadline to Russia over its war in Ukraine to 10 or 12 days, showing frustration with Russia's president.
Trump says many starving in Gaza, vows food centres
US President Donald Trump has urged action to address conditions including "a lot of starving people" in the Gaza Strip.
Israeli strikes in Gaza as some aid restrictions eased
Israel has pounded targets across Gaza, killing dozens of people a day after it eased aid restrictions as global fears grow over mass hunger in the enclave.